The Abilene Zoo's 'Christmas Celebration 2020' sponsored in part by Reliant Energy, will features Santa Claus and his magical reindeer. This is the first time that I have personally, have ever heard of Santa showing up with his reindeer at the Abilene zoo.

This year's event includes an awesome showing of lights throughout the park. The Abilene Zoo has been completely decorated for the holidays with lights, trees and all sorts of Christmas decorations that will put any scrooge into the holiday spirit.

I think that having Santa Claus making an appearance with his reindeer is the coolest thing ever. However, Jesse Pottebaum the Zoo's Executive Director says "we just didn't stop there."

Director Pottebaum says "there's also an ice-skating rink, a professional ice sculpture show, and experience the true spirit of the season, by taking a 'Walk to Bethlehem' with a real live nativity scene. Take in the magical display of lights and experiences a Caribbean Christmas too. Fire & Ice, the Nutcracker, Lone Star Christmas, Santa’s Reindeer Stables, Enchanted Elm and transporting guests into a wild winter wonderland. All this can be done while adhering to all the CDC, State and local guidelines. Supporting the community’s health and safety is of the utmost importance to the Abilene Zoo and by us implementing certain procedures and protocols for outdoor open-air events as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will help in making this a safe and fun event."

Source:Jesse Pottebaum the Zoo's Executive Director

Photo by: Abilene Zoo/Jesse Pottebaum
Photo by: Abilene Zoo/Jesse Pottebaum
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Make plans now to attend any day between December 18-23, 2020 from 4pm-6pm daily as this is a very limited capacity event. Nonetheless, make this a family evening to remember complete with pictures of Santa and his trusty companions.

Tickets to the Christmas Celebration 2020 at the Abilene Zoo are $15 per person, $7 for members, and children 2 years of age and younger are free. Purchase tickets online if online tickets are sold out, walk up tickets are still available at the gift shop window. You can still order your tickets over the phone by calling 325-676-6085. Event is held rain or shine at 2070 Zoo Lane Abilene, Texas.

Additional tips and guidelines to follow when visiting the Abilene Zoo:

  •  Masks are highly recommended outdoors and are required in the gift shop.
  • Follow social distancing guidelines and stay a lions length away from other zoo visitors.
  • Open are: zoo eats, giraffe feeding experience, gift shop and carousel.
  • Closed are the Safari Train Express, reptile house, the Kilimanjaro Mining Sluice and Swan Boats.
  • Food for hand feeding the giraffe is $5.

The video above showcases how much fun the event was last year. Check it out and get ready for the fun to begin.

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Photo by: Abilene Zoo/Jesse Pottebaum
Photo by: Abilene Zoo/Jesse Pottebaum
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